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Feb 21, 2026 • 9min
Learn Earn Own: Learn More. Earn More. Own More
Conor Lynch is a digital innovator, educator and entrepreneur, and he has just launched his new book ‘Learn Earn Own: Learn More. Earn More. Own More’. He joins Bobby in studio to discuss.
Feb 21, 2026 • 10min
Out & About at the 2026 Hardware Show
Bobby was out & about in Simmonscourt at the 2026 Hardware Show, where he spoke to a few people spearheading innovation and shaping the future of hardware and tools.
Feb 21, 2026 • 12min
Executive Chair: Ursula Kelly, MD of Cormac Tagging
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Ursula Kelly, Managing Director at Cormac Tagging.
Feb 21, 2026 • 25min
Bobby’s Business Roundup with Caroline Reidy & Ciaran Hancock
Joining Bobby to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Caroline Reidy, Head of HR Solutions with NFP & Ciaran Hancock, Business Editor with the Irish Times.Bobby also spoke with Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs and Columnist with The Currency, Dan O’Brien, about the US Supreme Court striking down President Trump’s sweeping emergency tariffs.
Feb 21, 2026 • 18min
Industry Review: Sound Production
For this week’s Industry Review, Bobby delves into the world of sound engineering and sound production. As Ireland continues to be at the forefront of some of the biggest creative industries around the world, Bobby speaks to three people in different areas about how it has evolved and the challenges for the future.CEO of Windmill Lane Recording Studios, Naomi MooreFounder and CEO of Gorilla Post Production, Barry ReidSound Engineer and Designer at Blast Audio, Will Farrell
Feb 21, 2026 • 14min
Dynasty: Scandals, Triumph, Turmoil and Succession at the Heart of Dunnes Stores
Bobby is joined by veteran broadcaster & journalist Matt Cooper to chat about his book ‘Dynasty: Scandals, Triumph, Turmoil and Succession at the Heart of Dunnes Stores’.
Feb 14, 2026 • 17min
Industry Review: Graphic Design
For this week’s Industry Review, we’re talking about the business and future of graphic design - exploring how brands are built, how creative decisions get made, and what separates good design from design that actually works.Bobby is joined by three leading figures from across the industry:Brian Nolan, Founding Partner of Detail. Sinead Lawlor, aka Designer G, is a Freelance Graphic DesignerKeith McGuinness, Creative Director at Red&Grey
Feb 14, 2026 • 10min
The Giant: The biggest moving statue in the world
The Giant is a cutting-edge visitor attraction concept consisting of three shapeshifting 15-60 meter tall LED-clad statues with moveable arms and heads. It is spearheaded by Irishman Paddy Dunning, who chats to Bobby about it all.
Feb 14, 2026 • 22min
Bobby’s Business Roundup with Stephen O’Leary & Louisa Meehan
Bobby is joined by Stephen O’Leary, founder of Olytico & Louisa Meehan of Woodview HRM to go through the big business stories from the Saturday papers.
Feb 14, 2026 • 12min
What To Do If...?: How to Handle Any Situation at Work and Come Out Winning
Bobby is joined by Anne-Maartje Oud, author of 'What To Do If...?: How to Handle Any Situation at Work and Come Out Winning'.
